Daily 4- Week 4

 Explain how the origins of theatre in Athens are tied to both religion and politics


The origins of theatre in Athens are tied to both religion and politics for many different reasons and many different ways. Theatre in Athens was a way for the Athenian people to enjoy themselves, and have a good time. What's a better way then to have a good time then to make fun of the past government leaders or ways? Also, it drew attention from the Athenian people when the characters weaved in the Gods along with politics, showing how the Gods always give answers, but people can interpret them in many ways. The people of Athens loved to see tragedy, so they used politics and religion to make tragedies happen. That is why the origins of theatre in Athens are tied to both religion and politics.